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Accident – Death – Obituary News : : 1. Pro-Palestinian activism on college campuses
2. Defiant acts at US college graduations regarding Palestine
A small group of Duke University graduates protested against pro-Israel comedian Jerry Seinfeld speaking at their commencement in North Carolina. About 30 students chanted “free Palestine” and waved Palestinian flags during the ceremony. Seinfeld, known for his popular sitcom, was receiving an honorary doctorate from the university. Similar protests have taken place at campuses across the U.S., with students calling for divestment from Israel-related corporations. The demonstrations remained mostly peaceful, but some events faced disruptions. The protests highlight ongoing tensions surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict on college campuses in the United States.
1. Pro-Palestinian activism decline on college campuses
2. Defiant acts at US college graduations
The Duke University Graduation Controversy in North Carolina
A small group of Duke University graduates caused a stir during their commencement ceremony in North Carolina on Sunday. Approximately 30 out of the 7,000 students in attendance stood up and began chanting “free Palestine” as pro-Israel comedian Jerry Seinfeld was set to receive an honorary doctorate from the university. The scene was a mix of boos and cheers, with some students waving the Palestinian flag in protest.
Seinfeld’s Support of Israel Sparks Outrage
Seinfeld, known for his iconic sitcom and his recent role in the Netflix movie “Unfrosted,” has been a vocal supporter of Israel. His stance on the country’s conflict with Hamas in Gaza has garnered criticism from some students on campuses across the U.S. This spring, protests calling for divestment from Israel and its supporters have sprung up at various universities, including Columbia University and UCLA.
Protests and Police Presence at Commencement Events
At Southern California’s Pomona College, pro-Palestinian protesters attempted to disrupt the commencement ceremony by setting up an encampment on the stage. The event was eventually moved to a different location in downtown Los Angeles, with increased security measures in place. Similar incidents occurred at the University of California, Berkeley, where demonstrators were escorted away from the stadium during commencement.
Student Activism and Push for Divestment
Students like Anwar Mohmed from Pomona College have been advocating for their schools to divest from corporations with ties to Israel. Despite their efforts, university administrations have been slow to respond, leading to continued protests and demonstrations at graduation events. The push for divestment has gained momentum, with students at Emerson College in Boston using their graduation robes and mortar boards to display messages of solidarity with Palestine.
Campus Protests Across the U.S.
From Columbia University to DePaul University in Chicago, student-led movements calling for divestment have made their voices heard. The cancellation of graduation ceremonies, security concerns, and ongoing encampments reflect the growing tensions on college campuses regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. As the academic year comes to a close, the future of these protests remains uncertain.
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